Viper Voice
August 16, 2024
From Mrs. Hughes!
Thank you for another wonderful week of learning! We're proud of the effort our students put into the NWEA and iReady assessments this week in many of our grade levels. These tests provide us with important insights into where our students are starting the year in Math and Reading, and will guide us in supporting their growth.
During drop off and pick up times, please remember that for the safety of our students and staff, vehicles must not enter the crosswalk until the crossing guard and all pedestrians have completely cleared it.
Lastly, a quick reminder that Curriculum Night is coming up on Tuesday and Wednesday. Please check the graphic below to see when your student's grade level will meet.
Thank you for your continued support!
Monday - 8/19
- Day 1 Specials
- 3:30 PM - Baseball/Softball Practice
Tuesday - 8/20
- 3:30 PM - Baseball/Softball Practice
- 3:30 PM - Young Rembrandts Drawing Club (Room 518)
- 5:00 PM - CURRICULUM NIGHT
- 6th Grade in
- 5th Grade in the Library
- 4th Grade in the Band Room
- 3rd Grade in the Choir Room
- Sage in Room 710
Wednesday - 8/21
- 3:30 PM - Baseball/Softball Practice
- 5:00 PM - CURRICULUM NIGHT
- 1st Grade in Library
- 2nd Grade in Choir Room
- 7th Grade in Room 501
- 8th Grade Band Room
- 5:30 PM - 7th and 8th Grade Baseball Softball Parent Meeting
Thursday - 8/22
- 3:30 PM - Baseball/Softball Practice
Friday - 8/23
- 2:00 PM - Early Release for Teacher Multi-School Collaborative Teams
What is a Multi-School Collaborative Team?
A Multi-School Collaborative Professional Learning Community (PLC) is an innovative approach where educators from different schools come together to share ideas, strategies, and best practices. By collaborating across schools, teachers can draw on a wider range of experiences and insights, leading to improved teaching methods and better outcomes for students. This collaboration fosters a culture of continuous learning and growth, benefiting both educators and the broader school communities. At Sierra Verde, we're excited to be part of this enriching journey, working hand-in-hand with other schools to ensure every student receives the best education possible.
Attention SV Softball / Baseball Athletes and Parents,
We will have a sports meeting at 5:30 on August 21st in the Library. We will be going over expectations, pay to play, and details for the season. I know it is going to be an amazing season for all athletes! If you have any questions or concerns, please email me at jolynn.copenhaver@dvusd.org GO VIPERS!
Congratulations to Our Baseball and Softball Teams!
Coach Dave & Coach Collins
- 8th Grade
- Drew A.
- Michael A.
- Jed B.
- Kaden B.
- Jaxon F.
- Nash P.
- Bryce M.
- 7th Grade
- Rylan B.
- Jakob C.
- Asher D.
- Mason K.
- Ethan R.
Coach David
- 8th Grade
- Aubree B.
- Lilly K.
- Kinley K.
- Bella S.
- Kylie T.
- Julianna W.
- Lillian W.
- 7th Grade
- Brielle K.
- Alicia L.
- Sophia M.
- Lilah V.
Join Our PTSO - Make a Difference!
Donors Choose
A BIG “Thank You” to everyone that donated to our 11 teacher grants on Donors Choose. Wednesday was a Match Day. At the end of the match day, PTSO was able to finish fulfilling all 11 grants for $7,521.41. One of these projects was a STEAM closet that Mrs. Hughes is creating for the entire campus! We can’t wait to see the projects and activities that this STEAM closet will foster.
Restaurant Night
Reminders
- If your student is going to be absent for any reason, please call our attendance line at (623) 376-4890
- All 1st-8th grade students should be dropped off in the front traffic loop, parking in the lot is reserved for Kindergarten parents only. It is also not permissible to park and cross Rose Garden or 74th Ave at any point other than our crosswalks.
- 8:45 is the start of our academic day, kids who are not in class at 8:45 will need a tardy pass.
- We cannot sign students out after 3:15.
- Do not text your students during the school day, phones are available for use at the office with staff permission.
- We will not interrupt instruction to relay messages or deliver items left at home (unless medically needed)
- Attendance warnings will be sent home for students who are absent more than 10% of days in session or who have accumulated 5+ tardies
- If you have a concern or question regarding progress, grades, or behavior, address the classroom level teacher per our DVUSD Problem Solving Guidance
- School staff and administration are not available to meet on demand, appointments will be made to set up meetings or phone calls for administrators and teachers. Walk-in appointments are not an option.
- SV teachers adhere to an email curfew. They will check emails Monday - Friday from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM only.
- SV staff will respond to emails within 48 hours, excluding weekends & holidays.
For the 24-25 school year, we will once again be charging for school meals, to apply for a free or reduced meal application visit https://secure.ezmealapp.com or stop by Sierra Verde for a paper application (though the online process is much quicker). See the complete information from DVUSD Food & Nutrition below.
DVUSD has a birthday bucket order form that will be the only method of birthday treats for 24-25. You can fill out an application for a birthday bucket and work with our Cafeteria Manger Mrs. Debbie Jasperson to arrange these birthday treats. The Birthday Bucket application is on our homepage and is linked below as well.
In order to keep meal account balances topped off, you can put money on the student account with cash or check at the front office, drop off cash or check in the office, or use E-Z school pay. EZ School pay also has an app available to download and track your balance.
Birthday Bucket
A birthday bucket is the perfect way to celebrate your student(s) birthday safely!